As you can see there is plenty of options out there. You mention "beginner" and if you are like me you will start out with an less expensive set and then go to something better. I did just that. I now think it was a mistake. Do some research and go with a high quality set first. I now use Speedplay Zero's and like them very much. They are a great "Stomp and Go" petal and there customer service is great too. They have the best adjustments in the field that I know of and with there rubber covers quite walkable. When starting out on a steep hill, you need to get clipped in fast and sure, and these make it easy once you get used to them. Now you have one more opinion. Good luck and safe ridding.